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I have read Tozer before and always appreciated the challenge and insight provided. The writing itself is, as usual, thought provoking and convicting as others have mentioned. With that said, the lack of flow and the level of repetition between chapters made this collection less than I had hoped for. For example, the radical nature of the cross coupled with its call upon our life, is a convicting reminder that flies quite often in the face of modern Christianity. That idea of keeping our self firmly seated on the throne in our own lives, is humbly taken to pieces in this book .That reminder however, is presented in many nearly identical chapters over and over again. I understand, it is likely due to the nature of compiling individual essays, but the flow of the book from chapter to chapter leaves something to be desired.

So I would say this, if you've read Tozer before and are looking merely for a collection of challenging essays--you won't be disappointed. If you are approaching this more as I was, that it would be a collection of essays fit together for a singular purpose i.e. it would read more like a single work, you will likely leave with similar misgivings. If you have never read Tozer before, don't let this review discourage you from reading his insight, pick up a work he did and prepare to be challenged. My issue is with the presentation, repetition and flow of the essays. It felt cobbled together versus crafted if that makes sense.

Who knew that this collection of essays would become one of my favorite Tozer works? I enjoyed it so much, I have also bought it as a gift for others. Always speaking with clarity, conviction, and timeless relevance, Tozer really provides a priceless devotional work for the hungry Christian with these essays. Though better known for books such as "The Knowledge of the Holy" and "The Root of the Righteous," this book, along with "Of God and Man" are my personal favorites of Tozer's works. If you have not been introduced to his work, and are ready to challenge yourself with the authentic teachings, commands, and examples given by our Lord, then this is an excellent place to start your Tozer discovery.

Not even done yet and this book takes you where American Christianity dares not go. We forget the real purpose of the cross, not just from the Bible but our own cross to bear. See the real display before we see the true beauty defies logic. Tozer explains it well. Simply, die ugly to live in the beauty of holiness.

It was great. It combines some of the best parts of Tozer's other books into one. It is not meant to make you feel good, but to challenge your view of the cross. If you are tired of just mediocre Christianity, then this is definately for you. If you aren't tired of it, this would benefit you as well. I would recommend this to anyone who is serious about following Jesus, or anyone who is interested in following Him.

It's been 2000 years since Jesus walked this earth and in just the last 100 or so (or more), we have seemed to "minimize him" as we have "maximized self". Tozer reminds us we are nothing compared to and without Jesus. Only when we surrender and abide in Jesus are we worthy of an infinite holy God as Tozer points out and reminds us.

AW Tozer's book the Radical Cross is such an important teaching tool that if I had eight or ten copies of it I would turn it into a small group Bible study. I highly recomend this book to anyone who wants to learn from one of the oldtimers of the faith. I believe that Mr. Tozer died in the 60's. Don't quote me on that though. His teaching is more recent and up to date than a lot of the preaching you'll hear on the radio or television.

This book is a must read for any person that call him or herself a Christian. It would never loose its value; its teachings are true and profound as anything inspired by the Holy Spirit. I'm in awe of HIM, who uses people, even after they are gone as He did with this Saint. To God be the Glory!